Midjourney Video 1.0 Model - Features

Midjourney Video 1.0 Model

Midjourney Video 1.0 Model - Features
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Product Features of Midjourney Video 1.0 Model

Overview

The Midjourney Video 1.0 Model is an innovative AI-powered tool designed to transform static images into dynamic, short video clips. It leverages Midjourney's generative AI capabilities to create captivating 5-second videos from a single starting image, with optional text prompts for enhanced creative control. This feature expands Midjourney's offerings beyond image generation into the realm of AI video generation, providing users with a new avenue for creative expression.

Main Purpose and Target User Group

  • Main Purpose: To enable users to easily generate short, engaging videos from existing images using AI, facilitating quick content creation and visual storytelling.
  • Target User Group:
    • Content creators and digital artists looking to add motion to their static images.
    • Social media managers and marketers seeking to produce dynamic visual content efficiently.
    • Individuals interested in experimenting with AI video generation and exploring new creative possibilities.
    • Midjourney users who want to animate their existing image generations or personal photos.

Function Details and Operations

  • Image-to-Video Conversion: Converts a single image into a 5-second video.
  • Prompt-Based Generation (Optional): Users can add a text prompt to guide the video generation process, influencing the motion and content.
  • Platform Availability: Currently exclusively available on midjourney.com.
  • GPU Cost: Video generation consumes 8x more GPU time compared to standard image generation.
  • Relax Mode Availability: Pro and Mega plan users can generate videos in Relax Mode; other plans are limited to Fast Mode.
  • Video-Specific Parameters: Supports --motion low, --motion high, and --raw parameters for fine-tuning video output.
  • Generating Videos from Midjourney Images:
    • "Animate Image" buttons are available below the "Creation Actions" section for all images in the user's gallery.
    • "Auto" buttons initiate video generation automatically.
    • "Manual" buttons allow prompt adjustment before generation.
    • Original image parameters are automatically removed during video generation.
  • Generating Videos from User's Own Images:
    • Users can upload new images or select from previously uploaded ones via the image icon in the Imagine bar.
    • Images can be set as a "Starting Frame" by clicking or drag-and-dropping.
    • A "lock icon" allows pinning images to the Imagine bar for multiple prompts.
  • Video Output Specifications:
    • Generated in 480p (Standard Definition) quality.
    • Aspect ratio and pixel dimensions are based on the starting image's aspect ratio (e.g., 1:1 image results in 624x624px video).
    • Slight aspect ratio adjustments may occur.
  • Video Settings: Accessible via the settings icon in the Imagine bar, allowing control over default motion, GPU speed, and Stealth Mode (synced with image generation settings).
  • Video Playback: Videos can be played by hovering over them on the Create page. Manual scrubbing is possible by holding Ctrl/Cmd and moving the mouse.
  • Motion Settings:
    • --motion low (default): Results in still scenes, low camera motion, slow motion, or subtle character movements.
    • --motion high: Generates big camera motions and larger character movements, though it may produce unrealistic or glitchy movements.
  • Raw Mode for Video (--raw): Reduces Midjourney's default creative flair, giving the text prompt more influence over the outcome for precise motion control.
  • Video Extension:
    • Initial videos are 5 seconds.
    • "Extend Auto" and "Extend Manual" buttons allow extending the video by an additional 4 seconds per extension.
    • Maximum video length is 21 seconds (up to 4 extensions).

User Benefits

  • Ease of Use: Simple interface for transforming images into videos, requiring minimal technical expertise.
  • Creative Expansion: Opens up new possibilities for visual storytelling and dynamic content creation from existing assets.
  • Efficiency: Quickly generates short video clips, saving time compared to traditional video editing.
  • Versatility: Can be used with both Midjourney-generated images and personal uploaded images.
  • Control: Offers parameters like motion settings and raw mode for greater creative control over the video output.
  • Accessibility: Available to all plan tiers, with enhanced features for Pro and Mega users.

Compatibility and Integration

  • Platform: Primarily integrated within the midjourney.com web interface.
  • Discord Integration: Users who access Midjourney via Discord must log in using "Continue with Discord" on the website.
  • Image Compatibility: Works with all images in the user's Midjourney gallery (regardless of version) and user-uploaded external images.
  • Incompatible Image Reference Types: Not compatible with Image Prompt Style Reference, Omni Reference, or Character Reference for video generation.

Access and Activation Method

  • Access: Users must visit midjourney.com to access the video generation feature.
  • Activation:
    • For Midjourney-generated images: Open an image in the gallery, and "Animate Image" buttons will appear.
    • For user's own images: Click the image icon in the Imagine bar, upload or select an image, and set it as the "Starting Frame."
    • Video generation is initiated by clicking "Auto" or "Manual" buttons after selecting an image.